IMDb 7.5 2023 HD

The Iron Claw

The Iron Claw

2023
Drama History
132 min R USA
7.523 / 10
7.5 IMDB

The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph,…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Sean Durkin / Alisa Fredericks / Eric Scott Williamson / Ava Amundsen / Tamara Hansen
Starring
Zac Efron / Jeremy Allen White / Harris Dickinson / Stanley Simons / Holt McCallany / Maura Tierney / Lily James / Michael Harney

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

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Reviews

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Sophia Chen
Mar 23, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'The Iron Claw' is a harrowing and captivating dive into the rise and fall of the Von Erich wrestling family. The film is elevated by its stellar cast, particularly Zac Efron, who delivers a performance of remarkable depth…

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Liam O'Connell
Mar 23, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

A competent if somewhat predictable journey into the turbulent world of the Von Erichs, 'The Iron Claw' offers a solid acting showcase. Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, and Harris Dickinson all commit fully to their roles as wrestling…

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Isabelle Dubois
Mar 23, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This is a film that grips you from the opening bell and refuses to let go. 'The Iron Claw' is a masterclass in biographical storytelling, focusing unflinchingly on the human cost of athletic ambition. The Von Erich brothers’…

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Marcus Thorne
Mar 23, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'The Iron Claw' enters the ring with a formidable cast and a powerful true story, but struggles to maintain its knockout punch throughout. Zac Efron leads a talented ensemble depicting the legendary Von Erich brothers, capturing their intense…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 23, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A visceral and often devastating portrayal of the Von Erich wrestling dynasty, 'The Iron Claw' is far more than a sports movie. It’s a potent family saga driven by extraordinary performances. Zac Efron delivers a career best, embodying…

FAQs

The film depicts the Von Erich brothers' father and coach as a domineering figure whose influence casts a long shadow over his sons' lives and careers. His ambition for his sons and his methods of coaching are central to the narrative, shaping the brothers' destinies and contributing to the intense pressures they faced. This dynamic is a crucial element in understanding their journey.